Take Care of Unwanted Hair

Laser hair removal can cause some discomfort, but most people describe it as mild and manageable—often compared to:

• A rubber band snap against the skin

• A warm pinprick sensation

• Or a quick zap of heat

What affects the pain level?
Treatment area: More sensitive in spots like the upper lip, bikini line, or underarms; less so on legs or arms.

Skin tone and hair color: Dark, coarse hair absorbs more laser energy, which can increase discomfort.

Laser type: Some modern lasers include built-in cooling systems that significantly reduce pain.

Individual pain tolerance: Everyone experiences it differently.

Laser hair removal results are long-lasting but not truly permanent for most people.

Here's how it works:
The laser targets and damages hair follicles during their active growth phase (anagen).

After several sessions, most follicles are significantly reduced in their ability to produce hair.

Over time, many people experience 80–90% permanent reduction in hair growth.

But: Some hair may regrow—usually finer, lighter, and sparser.

Hormonal changes (like pregnancy or PCOS) can trigger new hair growth.

Touch-up sessions may be needed every 6–12 months to maintain results.

What to expect long-term:
Dramatic reduction in hair growth

Smoother skin with fewer ingrown hairs

Occasional maintenance treatments, depending on your body and goals

It’s not a one-and-done solution—but it’s about as close as you can get to permanent hair reduction.

Yes, we spot test to make sure your skin is right for laser.

Laser hair removal is a time commitment up front, but it saves tons of time long-term. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:

Typical Treatment Schedule:
7 to 8 sessions per area
Every 4–6 weeks

This schedule is important because hair grows in cycles, and the laser is only effective during the active growth phase (anagen). Sticking to a regular cadence ensures you're hitting the most follicles each time. You're in and out pretty quickly - especially for smaller areas.

After laser hair removal, you won’t need to wax anymore—but you might still need to shave occasionally, especially during the treatment process and sometimes afterward.

Here’s how it breaks down:

During Treatment (First 6–8 sessions):
Shaving is allowed and recommended—do it the day before each session.

Waxing, plucking, or threading is not allowed, since these remove the hair root, which the laser needs to target.

Hair will grow back between sessions, but usually thinner and slower.

After Completing All Sessions:
Most people experience significantly reduced hair growth—some have no regrowth at all for months or years.

Any regrowth is typically fine, sparse, and lighter in color.

You may still shave small areas every now and then, but often it’s just touch-up shaving (e.g., once every few weeks or months).

Waxing is not necessary and generally discouraged, especially if you're doing maintenance laser sessions.

You’ll usually start seeing visible results after just 1 to 3 treatments, but full results typically take 7 to 8 sessions—sometimes more depending on your hair and body.

What kind of results to expect:

After 1–3 sessions:

• Hair grows back slower, finer, and patchier
  

• You’ll notice less stubble and smoother skin
  

After 4–6 sessions:

• Significant hair reduction (50–70%)
  

• You may only need to shave every few weeks
  

After 6–8+ sessions:

• Long-term reduction of 80–90% or more
  

• Many areas may stay smooth for months or years
  

• Any regrowth is usually soft and barely noticeable
  
  

Factors that affect how fast you see results:

• Hair color & thickness: Dark, coarse hair responds best

• Skin tone: Ideal results happen when there’s good contrast between skin and hair

• Hormones: Areas like the face or bikini line may need more sessions due to hormonal sensitivity

• Consistency: Sticking to the schedule is key

Pro tip:
Even though you’ll see early changes, completing the full series is important for long-lasting results—and touch-up sessions (once or twice a year) can help maintain smooth skin long-term.

Yes! We are obsessed with ensuring our clients have access to the very best lasers on the market. We use the Candela laser with cryogen to reduce pain. We regularly invest in the newest technology so you can be confident your treatment will be at the highest level.

Learn more about our laser hair removal technology.

Yes, we offer electrolysis, waxing, and also hair restoration services. You can learn more about our additional hair treatments here.